The term hate against gays is a slang term that implies that there is discrimination against an individual because of his or her sexual orientation specifically. Generally speaking, this term can be used to imply any type of discrimination. However, it may also depict any type of verbal, non-verbal or action taken against someone because he or she is gay, or homosexual. In many cases, the term is used to define a group's hatred or dislike for people who are homosexual, which may be an implied opinion that is not based on actual fact. Most situations of hate against gays have specific occurrences that lead to this term being used.